: Critics have compared the video's minacious and futuristic art direction to the dark, tech-focused worlds of Black Mirror and Squid Game . Themes in the Lyrics
: Inspired by the 1969 film They Shoot Horses, Don't They? , the video features Alexander as an "apprehensive contestant" in a grueling, dark dance competition.
: Moving from being "foolish" enough to believe an ex to finally seeing through their "fake" intentions.
The Extended Mix provides more space for the song's central message: a firm warning to "serial heartbreakers". Key lyrical beats include:
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